THE AIRES ROLE IN LAW FIRM SALES LEADERSHIP
THE AIRES ROLE IN LAW SALES LEADERSHIP Today's horoscope says that for an Aires, "Dive into your work knowing what you want to accomplish." Applying this to new business development, Senior Partners must be actively involved and present for all client development training and follow-up. As sales consulting experts, we do not know of any firms where business development training works absent this involvement. As a practical step, senior lawyers shoulde make assurances of their commitment…
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Looking for information on a rival law firm? Trying to get some background on a prospective client? The Internet is full of useful resources that can meet your needs.
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Change As a Marketing Tool
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In late January, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) sued Kelley Drye & Warren for its use of a compensation system that the agency claims discriminates against attorneys based on their age.
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Communicating Firm Finances to the Partnership
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